Technical Writer

Tactical Engineering and Analysis, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Tactical Engineering and Analysis, Inc. is seeking a Technical Writer to author and maintain documentation for the Command and Control Processor program.

You will develop standardized documentation templates and work with the Configuration Management team to ensure CM standards are upheld, delivering comprehensive user manuals and other program documentation. You will collaborate with engineers, PMs, and SMEs to translate complex information into clear content, manage multiple projects, and

Qualifications

• GED or equivalent years of experience.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Experience creating user manuals and API documentation.
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear content.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including user manuals, installation guides, and API documentation.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and product managers to gather and understand complex technical information.
• Translate technical concepts into clear, concise, and user-friendly content for diverse audiences.
• Develop and implement content strategies to improve overall documentation quality and user experience.
• Manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Conduct usability testing and incorporate user feedback to enhance documentation effectiveness.
• Maintain and update internal documentation libraries and knowledge bases.

Skills

Writing & editing

Documentation tools

Version control

Project management

Communication

Explain technical concepts

Image editing

Linux

Education

GED or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Visio

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

The Technical Writer is responsible for authoring and maintaining documentation for the Command and Control Processor program. They will play a supporting role in achieving the organizations goals by developing standardized documentation templates across the C2P project, working hand-in-hand with the Configuration Management team to ensure that CM standards are upheld, and updating documentation as new project capabilities are realized. This position will directly impact program usability through delivering comprehensive user-friendly Software User Manuals and play an important role in providing other documentation to program stakeholders.

Core Functions / Job Duites

• Create, review, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including user manuals, installation guides, and API documentation
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and product managers to gather and understand complex technical information
• Translate technical concepts into clear, concise, and user-friendly content for diverse audiences
• Develop and implement content strategies to improve overall documentation quality and user experience
• Manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards
• Conduct usability testing and incorporate user feedback to enhance documentation effectiveness
• Maintain and update internal documentation libraries and knowledge bases

Skills & Abilities

Has a basic knowledge of:

• Writing, editing, and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Documentation tools
• Version control systems and collaborative writing platforms
• Project management and organizational skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills for effective cross-functional collaboration
• Complex technical concepts and explain them clearly to non-technical audiences
• Image manipulation using Microsoft Visio or Photoshop
• Linux operating systems

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

GED and/or equivalent years of experience

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

General office environment

Computer/Equipment lab

Physical Requirements

May be expected to lift up to 25 lbs

Frequent use of keyboard and typing

Frequent sitting and standing

WORK SCHEDULE

9/80

The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements.

PAY RANGE

$80,000.00 to $105,000.00 annually, DOE

U.S. Citizenship Is Required

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Candidates must have an active clearance OR the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer

Salary: $80000 - $105000 per year